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Azure Architect Major UK Nuclear Programme Remote Working Up to £740 per day (Inside IR35) 3 Months Contract scope to extend An experienced Azure Architect is required for a high-profile nuclear infrastructure programme to support an Azure Landing Zone remediation initiative . This role focuses on aligning the existing Azure estate with Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) standards and addressing recommendations raised during a Microsoft Well-Architected Framework (WAF) assessment . This is an opportunity to work on a nationally significant programme within a secure, regulated environment, contributing to long-term platform stability and governance. Security Requirements SC cleared or SC eligible or BPSS Proven government or public sector experience or nuclear project exposure Project Overview The programme involves remediating and standardising an Azure Landing Zone to meet Microsoft CAF and Enterprise Scale Landing Zone best practices. The Azure Architect will play a key role in defining, supporting, and governing platform design decisions across identity, security, networking, operations, and governance domains. Delivery Phases & Allocation Phase 1 - Plan & Design 2 - Build Phase 3 - Adopt & Remediate Support: Required Skills & Experience Azure Landing Zone & CAF Expertise Deep understanding of Microsoft CAF and Enterprise Scale Landing Zone patterns Strong experience across governance, identity, networking, security, monitoring, and resiliency Stakeholder Engagement & Facilitation Ability to lead structured discovery and design workshops Confident engaging with security, networking, operations, and finance stakeholders Drives outcomes and decisions rather than open-ended discussions Architecture Decision-Making Strong trade-off analysis and risk assessment capability Business to Platform Translation Skilled at converting regulatory, security, operational, and financial requirements into Azure platform controls, policies, and standards Design Documentation & Visual Communication Produces clear HLDs, architecture diagrams, decision logs, and standards Delivery & Operational Awareness Practical understanding of how landing zones are implemented and operated Experience with IaC, DevOps pipelines, policy lifecycle management, and operational validation Ensures designs are implementable, not theoretical

Service Designer (SFIA Level 4) UK Government Client £440 per day inside IR35 6-Month Contract Hybrid - 2 days per month on site (Telford) We are seeking an experienced Service Designer (SFIA Level 4) to support delivery across a major UK government programme. The role will operate client-side within a complex, multi-supplier environment , contributing to the design and improvement of end-to-end services that meet user needs while aligning with policy, programme, and operational constraints. This role is well suited to a Service Designer who can work independently within a defined scope, while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary delivery teams. Overview The Service Designer will support service design activity across key workstreams, helping to bring clarity to services and user journeys. You will contribute to shaping, iterating, and documenting services, ensuring they are user-centred, feasible, and deliverable within a regulated public sector context. Key Responsibilities Support service design activity across defined workstreams Contribute to the design and iteration of end-to-end services Produce service design artefacts including service blueprints, user journeys, and supporting documentation Work closely with Business Analysts, Product Owners, Delivery Managers, and technical teams to ensure designs are understood and deliverable Participate in workshops and stakeholder sessions to gather insight and support alignment Engage with client and supplier teams within a multi-supplier delivery environment Support alignment with GDS standards and service design best practices Identify and highlight risks, dependencies, and opportunities for service improvement Experience Required Proven Service Design experience at SFIA Level 4 (or equivalent) Experience contributing to end-to-end service design in complex environments Strong experience producing core service design artefacts (e.g. service blueprints, user journeys) Confident stakeholder engagement across business and technical teams Experience working in structured delivery environments with multiple stakeholders or suppliers Solid understanding of user-centred design principles and service design methodologies Highly Preferred (but not essential) Experience working within UK Government departments , ideally in regulated or public sector environments Familiarity with Government Digital Service (GDS) principles and service standards Exposure to government governance and delivery frameworks Desirable Experience Experience supporting large-scale transformation programmes (digital, data, or tax services) Exposure to both legacy and modern technology environments Experience working in agile, multidisciplinary teams Experience supporting services across different lifecycle phases

UCD Service Designer - Central Government Location: Remote (Occasional travel to Telford) Clearance: BPSS Contract: 6-month rolling IR35: Inside IR35 Experience: Must have Central Government experience Overview We are seeking an experienced UCD Service Designer to support a major Central Government digital transformation programme. This role focuses exclusively on user-centred service design , not Service Management or ITIL. You will work within a multidisciplinary delivery team to design intuitive, accessible and user-focused services that meet GDS standards. The role is predominantly remote, with occasional travel required to Telford for workshops or key meetings. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end user-centred service design activities. Collaborate with user researchers, product managers, interaction designers and technical teams. Map complex service journeys and identify opportunities for improvement. Create service blueprints, journey maps, prototypes and other UCD artefacts. Facilitate workshops, co-design sessions and stakeholder discussions. Support continuous improvement across services and workflows. Essential Skills & Experience Strong background as a User-Centred Design (UCD) Service Designer . Proven experience working within UK Central Government . Ability to design end-to-end services grounded in user needs and evidence. Skilled in creating service maps, blueprints, and prototypes. Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills. Experience working within agile, multidisciplinary teams Desirable Experience designing services in complex, regulated or large-scale environments. Familiarity with government digital transformation programmes.

Contract Opportunity: Mobile App Technical Lead (SFIA 6) Location: Remote (with ad-hoc travel to Telford) Contract Length: 3-6 months (Statement of Work) Central Government Client Clearance: BPSS (SC not required) Day Rate: £625 Start: ASAP About the Role We are seeking an experienced Mobile App Technical Lead (SFIA Level 6) to guide and manage a high-performing development team delivering complex mobile solutions. This role is ideal for a seasoned technical leader with strong hands-on knowledge across both iOS and Android and a background in large-scale, highly regulated digital environments. You will provide both technical direction and line management to mobile developers, ensuring the delivery of a secure, high-quality, user-focused mobile application. Key Responsibilities Lead and mentor a cross-platform mobile development team Provide expert technical guidance across iOS and Android Oversee architecture decisions, code quality, and engineering best practice Ensure mobile application development aligns with organisational standards and regulatory requirements Collaborate closely with product, security, and wider technology teams Drive continuous improvement and promote modern engineering techniques Essential Experience Proven experience as a Technical Lead within mobile app development Strong knowledge of both iOS and Android ecosystems Experience delivering mobile solutions within complex, multi-stakeholder environments Background working in high-security or highly regulated digital settings Demonstrable leadership skills: coaching, mentoring, performance management Strong communication skills and ability to influence technical direction Additional Requirements BPSS clearance (or ability to obtain) Flexibility to travel occasionally to Telford